Palliative Care

Pediatric palliative care is specialized medical care for children with serious illness. This type of care is focused on providing children with relief from the symptoms, pain and stress of a serious illness, whatever the diagnosis. The goal is to improve quality of life for both the child and the family. Palliative care is provided by a team of doctors, nurses and other specialists who work with a patient’s primary health care team to provide an extra layer of support. Pediatric palliative care is appropriate at any stage in a serious illness, and can be provided together with curative treatment.

Appointments and Locations

Pediatric palliative care is currently available to inpatients in the Masonic Children’s Hospital, and the team is also available for consults in the Journey Clinic. Home based services are offered through Fairview Homecare and Hospice.

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